Pastry Chef - Oriental & Middle Eastern Desserts

SIHAMCO; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading culinary establishment in Riyadh is seeking an experienced Pastry Chef specializing in Oriental and Middle Eastern desserts. The ideal candidate will create traditional and modern desserts, oversee kitchen operations, and train junior staff. This role is ideal for someone passionate about Middle Eastern cuisine and capable of working in a dynamic kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a pastry chef with specialization in Oriental and Middle Eastern desserts.
• Strong knowledge of traditional recipes, ingredients, and presentation styles across the Middle East.
• Ability to develop modern twists on classic desserts and work in a fast-paced kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, bake, and present a variety of Middle Eastern and Oriental pastries and desserts.
• Develop new dessert offerings inspired by traditional flavors.
• Manage pastry kitchen operations, including inventory control and hygiene standards.

Skills

Specialization in Oriental and Middle Eastern desserts

Creativity in dessert development

Food safety and sanitation knowledge

Leadership and training abilities

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a talented and experienced Pastry Chef with specialized expertise in Oriental and Middle Eastern desserts and pastries. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of traditional recipes, ingredients, and presentation styles from across the Middle East and neighboring regions, combined with the creativity to bring a modern twist to classic favorites.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, bake, and present a variety of Middle Eastern and Oriental pastries and desserts (e.g., baklava, kunafa, maamoul, basbousa, qatayef, Turkish delights, halva, etc.).
• Ensure consistency in taste, quality, and presentation of all dessert items.
• Develop new dessert offerings inspired by traditional flavors, with seasonal and innovative twists.
• Manage pastry kitchen operations, including inventory control, cost management, and hygiene standards.
• Supervise and train junior kitchen staff and pastry assistants as needed.
• Maintain proper storage of ingredients and ensure compliance with food safety standards.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef and F&B team to plan dessert menus for à la carte service, events, and catering functions.
• Ensure all production is completed in a timely manner, meeting service deadlines.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a pastry chef with specialization in Oriental and Middle Eastern desserts.
• Strong knowledge of traditional recipes, ingredients, and presentation styles across the Middle East and neighboring regions.
• Ability to develop modern twists on classic desserts and work in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Strong leadership and training abilities; experience supervising pastry teams.
• Food safety and sanitation certification or equivalent.